1988 Audi V8 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | V8 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
